What is a Laneway Home?
What is a Laneway Home?
What is a Laneway Home?
Modern Living, Simplified
Modern Living, Simplified
Modern Living, Simplified
A laneway home is a small, detached residential unit built on the same lot as a primary house, typically facing a back lane or alley. These homes are also known as coach houses, garden suites, or accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in some regions. They provide a secondary living space that can be used for rental income, housing family members, or downsizing while staying on the same property.
In the Lower Mainland, Canada, laneway homes are becoming increasingly popular due to rising housing costs and a need for more flexible living options. They offer a sustainable way to increase urban density without drastically changing the character of existing neighborhoods.
A laneway home is a small, detached residential unit built on the same lot as a primary house, typically facing a back lane or alley. These homes are also known as coach houses, garden suites, or accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in some regions. They provide a secondary living space that can be used for rental income, housing family members, or downsizing while staying on the same property.
In the Lower Mainland, Canada, laneway homes are becoming increasingly popular due to rising housing costs and a need for more flexible living options. They offer a sustainable way to increase urban density without drastically changing the character of existing neighborhoods.
A laneway home is a small, detached residential unit built on the same lot as a primary house, typically facing a back lane or alley. These homes are also known as coach houses, garden suites, or accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in some regions. They provide a secondary living space that can be used for rental income, housing family members, or downsizing while staying on the same property.
In the Lower Mainland, Canada, laneway homes are becoming increasingly popular due to rising housing costs and a need for more flexible living options. They offer a sustainable way to increase urban density without drastically changing the character of existing neighborhoods.
Fully independent living space with a kitchen, bathroom, and living area
Fully independent living space with a kitchen, bathroom, and living area
Fully independent living space with a kitchen, bathroom, and living area
Typically built in the backyard of an existing home
Typically built in the backyard of an existing home
Typically built in the backyard of an existing home
Designed to maximize efficient use of space (usually 500-1,200 sq. ft.)
Designed to maximize efficient use of space (usually 500-1,200 sq. ft.)
Designed to maximize efficient use of space (usually 500-1,200 sq. ft.)
Can be rented out for additional income or used for multi-generational living
Can be rented out for additional income or used for multi-generational living
Can be rented out for additional income or used for multi-generational living
Environmentally friendly and energy-efficient designs are common
Environmentally friendly and energy-efficient designs are common
Environmentally friendly and energy-efficient designs are common
Our Process
Our Process
Our Process
From Concept to Keys, Simplified
From Concept to Keys, Simplified
From Concept to Keys, Simplified
Laneway homes are compact, customizable dwellings built on existing residential properties. Perfect for multi-generational living, rental income, or a private workspace, they maximize your property’s potential without compromising style or comfort.
Laneway homes are compact, customizable dwellings built on existing residential properties. Perfect for multi-generational living, rental income, or a private workspace, they maximize your property’s potential without compromising style or comfort.
Laneway homes are compact, customizable dwellings built on existing residential properties. Perfect for multi-generational living, rental income, or a private workspace, they maximize your property’s potential without compromising style or comfort.
Bylaws
Bylaws
Bylaws
Designed to live big
Designed to live big
Designed to live big
In 2024, the City of Vancouver updated its bylaws to streamline the construction of laneway homes, enhancing...
In 2024, the City of Vancouver updated its bylaws to streamline the construction of laneway homes, enhancing...
In 2024, the City of Vancouver updated its bylaws to streamline the construction of laneway homes, enhancing...
In 2024, the City of Vancouver updated its bylaws to streamline the construction of laneway homes, enhancing...
In 2024, the City of Burnaby updated its zoning bylaws to permit the construction of laneway homes, now referred to as...
In 2024, the City of Burnaby updated its zoning bylaws to permit the construction of laneway homes, now referred to as...
In 2024, the City of Burnaby updated its zoning bylaws to permit the construction of laneway homes, now referred to as...
In 2024, the City of Burnaby updated its zoning bylaws to permit the construction of laneway homes, now referred to as...
As of March 2025, the City of Coquitlam is in the process of updating its zoning bylaws to accommodate Small-Scale...
As of March 2025, the City of Coquitlam is in the process of updating its zoning bylaws to accommodate Small-Scale...
As of March 2025, the City of Coquitlam is in the process of updating its zoning bylaws to accommodate Small-Scale...
As of March 2025, the City of Coquitlam is in the process of updating its zoning bylaws to accommodate Small-Scale...
Build Your Laneway Home with Confidence
At Simply Laneways, we specialize in turning underused backyards into beautiful, functional laneway homes. From design to construction, we handle every step of the process—making it smooth, stress-free, and tailored to your vision. Whether you're creating space for family, generating rental income, or adding long-term value to your property, we’re here to bring your laneway home to life.
Suite 300 - 1275 West 6th Avenue, Vancouver, B.C. V6H 1A6
Build Your Laneway Home with Confidence
At Simply Laneways, we specialize in turning underused backyards into beautiful, functional laneway homes. From design to construction, we handle every step of the process—making it smooth, stress-free, and tailored to your vision. Whether you're creating space for family, generating rental income, or adding long-term value to your property, we’re here to bring your laneway home to life.
Suite 300 - 1275 West 6th Avenue, Vancouver, B.C. V6H 1A6
Build Your Laneway Home with Confidence
At Simply Laneways, we specialize in turning underused backyards into beautiful, functional laneway homes. From design to construction, we handle every step of the process—making it smooth, stress-free, and tailored to your vision. Whether you're creating space for family, generating rental income, or adding long-term value to your property, we’re here to bring your laneway home to life.
Suite 300 - 1275 West 6th Avenue, Vancouver, B.C. V6H 1A6
Build Your Laneway Home with Confidence
At Simply Laneways, we specialize in turning underused backyards into beautiful, functional laneway homes. From design to construction, we handle every step of the process—making it smooth, stress-free, and tailored to your vision. Whether you're creating space for family, generating rental income, or adding long-term value to your property, we’re here to bring your laneway home to life.
Suite 300 - 1275 West 6th Avenue, Vancouver, B.C. V6H 1A6